Kaushik Bhakta
Advisor at Merrill
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Advisor at Merrill
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Location
Corpus Christi, TX 78401
Credentials
Series 66
Industry experience
9 years
Kaushik Bhakta is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, joining the firm in 2020 after four years at Edward Jones. He specializes in guiding families, business owners, and professional practices toward a wide range of financial objectives, including business succession, legacy planning, home financing, and establishing business lines of credit. His client base includes entrepreneurs, law firms, and family-owned businesses.
Prior to his financial advisory career, Kaushik spent over 20 years managing, staffing, acquiring, and building hotels, beginning in his family's hotel business in the Corpus Christi area. This background provides him with insights into the wealth management challenges faced by business owners. His approach to wealth management is customized, flexible, and service-oriented, emphasizing close client relationships and ongoing communication.
Kaushik was born in India and raised in South Texas. He attended the University of Houston, studying finance. He holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and is licensed with NMLS#2045273. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with his family, watching football and basketball, and traveling with his wife. They have visited multiple continents, including Africa, Australia, Asia, and South America.
Based on Merrill
$0 - $2,000,000: 1.10% (for Managed Strategy with MFSA under $2 million) $2,000,000+: 1.00% (for Managed Strategy with MFSA at and above $2 million)
Account minimum: $2,000,000 minimum to qualify for Premium Access Strategy per SEC data and Merrill brochure context; no other firm-wide minimum clearly stated
800 N Shoreline Blvd
Corpus Christi, TX 78401
Texas
BANK of AMERICA, N.A.
2020 - Present (6 years)
Merrill
2020 - Present (6 years)
Edward Jones
2016 - 2020 (4 years)
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